How to style it How to style it Keep accessories simple: leather sandals or slingbacks and a structured handbag or tote A straw hat adds effortless warm-weather ease White sneakers work beautifully for a more relaxed take Mistake to avoid: Competing with the stripe
Safe color choices: Classic black (always appropriate) Navy and midnight blue Deep jewel tones (emerald, sapphire, burgundy) Rich earth tones (chocolate, forest green, plum) Metallics (gold, bronze, champagne) Sophisticated pastels in formal fabrics Colors to approach carefully: White, ivory, or cream (too close to bridal) Extremely bright neons Colors that match the bridal party exactly Pattern guidelines: Subtle prints in formal fabrics work well Avoid loud, casual patterns Keep graphics or novelty prints for other occasions Sophisticated florals or geometric designs can be elegant When selecting colors for semi formal wedding guest dresses, consider the season and venue alongside your personal preferences
In this space I wanted to keep it all within the same color scheme, so I went with a quilted green color I love
Kennedy Blue Stassi bridesmaid dress in Slate Blue, $119, KennedyBlue.com For a modest look, consider this Jenny Packham midi
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